Cream Cheese Mints

Directions

1. 1
   Combine cream cheese and butter in a heavy bottomed saucepan. Stir over low heat until cheese is soft and butter is melted and the mixture is thoroughly blended.
2. 2
   Add the powdered sugar and stir until well combined.
3. 3
   Add food coloring and extract.
4. 4
   Roll into one-inch balls.
5. 5
   Place on a sheet of wax paper.
6. 6
   Press with a fork to form a design on top.
7. 7
   Let stand, uncovered, about 4 hours (until firm and outside is dry but inside is creamy).